A Resurgence of Mata Ortiz Pottery
The saying that certain pieces of art are timeless perfectly explains Mata Ortiz Pottery. Named after the village in which it originated, Mata Ortiz is a small village of over 1000 people located in Chihuahua, Mexico. Although being a potter in Mata Ortiz today is the... Read more
Ancient Wisdom in Clay: Acoma Pueblo Pottery’s Timeless Allure
Acoma pottery is celebrated for its unique beauty, intricate designs, and cultural significance. These beautiful pieces come from the Acoma Pueblo, known as “Sky City,” and are excellent adornments to any living space. At Palms Trading Company, we offer authentic... Read more
Artist Spotlight: Anita “Pauline” Romero
While we here at Palms treasure each relationship we have with the artists we work with daily, there are some artists, having worked with them over decades, and whom we see often, we feel special bonds with. Our August Artist Spotlight potter, Anita... Read more
Artist Spotlight: Ida Sahmie
Hopi potter Ida Sahmie, born Navajo and married into Hopi, strikes a lovely balance between the two tribes in her pieces, incorporating her Navajo heritage in her Hopi pottery by way of traditional Navajo designs. Ida, born in the the Navajo nation, became a member of... Read more